Ozarks Technical Community College
Ozarks Technical Community College (OTC) is a public community college in Springfield, Missouri. It was established by Springfield and thirteen surrounding public school districts on April 3, 1990.[3] Students can earn a one-year certificate, two-year Associate of Applied Science degree (A.S.) or Associate of Arts degree (A.A.). In 1996, OTC received accreditation from the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. In Spring 2007, OTC received approval from the Higher Learning Commission to deliver all of its degree programs online. The college had a fall 2017 enrollment of 14,396 students system wide.
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| Type | Public community college |
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| Established | April 3, 1990 |
Academic affiliations | North Central Association of Colleges and Schools |
| President | Dr. Hal H. Higdon[1] |
| Students | 12,692[2] |
| Location | , , United States |
| Colors | Blue and White |
| Mascot | Ozzy the Eagle |
| Website | www.otc.edu |
Academics
OTC offers certificates, Associate degrees, and other short-term educational programs.
Vocational Education
Beginning its life as Graff Vocational School, OTC continues to offer courses to High School students allowing them to earn college credit prior to graduation.
Center for Workforce Development
The Center for Workforce Development addresses the ever-changing needs of the Springfield workforce.
Campuses & Centers
Springfield (Main) Campus
Richwood Valley Campus
Table Rock Campus
Lebanon Center
Republic Center (Opens August 2020)
Waynesville Center
Athletics
OTC does not offer any athletic programming.
Notable alumni
- Elijah Haahr- Representative from Missouri General Assembly[4]
